Plongée à Egyptian Red Sea — Egypt

The Egyptian Red Sea is a pilgrimage for wreck divers, anchored by the legendary SS Thistlegorm — a WWII supply ship frozen in time at 100 feet with motorcycles, trucks, and rifles still visible in its holds. Ras Mohammed National Park offers some of the Red Sea's healthiest reefs, while the remote Brothers and Daedalus reefs deliver hammerhead and oceanic whitetip encounters. Few destinations match this combination of history, marine life, and affordability.

Score
79.1
Visibilité
18–40m
Température
21–29°C
Meilleurs mois
March, April, May
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Egyptian Red Sea
EgyptMiddle East / Africa
79.1

SCORE

27.9158°N

34.3300°E

The Egyptian Red Sea is a pilgrimage for wreck divers, anchored by the legendary SS Thistlegorm — a WWII supply ship frozen in time at 100 feet with motorcycles, trucks, and rifles still visible in its holds. Ras Mohammed National Park offers some of the Red Sea's healthiest reefs, while the remote Brothers and Daedalus reefs deliver hammerhead and oceanic whitetip encounters. Few destinations match this combination of history, marine life, and affordability.

Wreck Legends and Coral Gardens

Visibility18–40 m
Temperature21–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentvariable
2-Tank Dive$60
Best MonthsMarch, April, May, June
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML82.0CH78.0VIS85.0SV90.0TMP78.0DA85.0OP72.0TS72.0GT78.0VAL92.0CRD48.0SP90.0

Marine Life

82.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
80
Megafauna Encounters
78
Reef Fish Abundance
85
Macro Life
75
Endemic Species
72
Marine Life Diversity
82.0
Coral & Reef Health
78.0
Visibility & Conditions
85.0
Dive Site Variety
90.0
Water Temperature
78.0
Depth & Access
85.0
Operator Quality
72.0
Topside Experience
72.0
Getting There
78.0
Value & Cost
92.0
Crowding
48.0
Social Proof
90.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Great news for traveling couples and families — this is a budget-friendly destination with plenty of affordable topside activities to keep non-divers happy while you explore below the surface.

Activities for Non-Divers

Giza Pyramids & Sphinx day trip (from Hurghada via flight)Luxor temples excursionquad biking in the desertsnorkelingglass-bottom boat

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Luxor Temple & Karnak Temple
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hurghada Grand Aquarium

Non-Diver Score

8/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber5 km — Hurghada Hyperbaric Medical Center
Nearest Hospital5 km

Multiple chambers in Hurghada; good private hospitals; frequent flights to Cairo

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthvariable

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